Johanka z Arku – Le Gris Jérôme (2022)

The public activity of JOAN OF ARC did not last long. From her first appearance before King Charles VII in Chinon in February 1429 to her burning at the stake in Rouen on May 30, 1431, only two years passed. How is it possible that the Maid of Orléans indelibly etched herself into history in such a short time? Get to know the story of Joan of Arc in more detail through this comic. Her determination is certainly inspiring even today. She is still considered one of the most fascinating figures of European medieval history. It was she who turned the tide of the Hundred Years' War and initiated the gradual reconquest of France. She succeeded in breaking the English siege of the city of Orléans and convincing Charles VII of the necessity of his coronation in Reims, which strengthened his legitimacy as the King of France. This event was one of the main arguments during the rehabilitation process in 1456, based on which Joan became one of the icons of (not only) French history. Her extraordinary journey continues to surprise. How could a simple peasant girl reach the king? How could a woman play such a significant military role? Her faith and personality drove commanders and ordinary soldiers to victory. For some, Joan was a prophetess, but for others, a witch.